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95th Academy Awards: Why are the Oscars so important to the global film industry and to us?
Despite the many criticisms hurled at the Academy Awards each year, all eyes turn to the Oscars telecast. Here’s why the 94-year-old institution continues to matter
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Why Pink Floyd’s 'The Dark Side of the Moon' is still a mood 50 years on
In March 1973, British prog-rock legends released the album that would change the course of their lives and of music. Half-century on, on its 50th anniversary, here's a look at why it continues to resonate. A deluxe edition is on its way, releasing on March 24.
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Backstreet Boys and the mad rush of the comeback tour
Pop music legends Backstreet Boys will perform in India in May as part of their great comeback tour. Do we need it?
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Raquel Welch: Beyond the woman in the fur bikini
The American superstar and icon of the 20th century built a legacy on the back of a lethal combination of being sexy and funny. But before that, she was the abiding poster girl for a whole generation.
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Indian Matchmaking and The Romantics director: “Yash Chopra’s greatest legacy? To let passion lead you”
Smriti Mundhra on The Romantics, Yash Raj Films and the future of entertainment.
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Rave, rinse, repeat: An incomplete history of Delhi’s nightlife through the ages
As a selection of hotels and restaurants in Delhi threw their doors open 24x7, here’s a look at how the city’s idea of partying has evolved over the past decades.
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'I don’t have to prove a point': Master percussionist Trilok Gurtu on life and music
The maverick musician who has been active for nearly half a century and played with greats like John McLaughlin, Ustad Zakir Hussain and Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia, is currently on tour in India with Israeli ensemble Castle In Time.
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Grammys 2023 Roundup: The biggest wins, losses and snubs at music’s biggest night
History was made at a show that promised diversity and inclusivity.
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Grammy Awards 2023: Decoding Harry Styles’ boundless appeal
The rise of the pop-rock icon is a sign of the times.
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BBC show Cunk on Earth is witty, droll—and it shows why the mockumentary is here to stay
Made by the creator of Black Mirror, Cunk on Earth is the spark notes version of world history—but imbued with the concerns of an average “idiot”.
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With most Grammy wins, Beyoncé has perfected the art of longevity
The reigning queen of pop Beyoncé has kept a fickle music industry on its toes. At the 65th Grammy awards, she was finally recognised for it.
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Lollapalooza India: Equal parts nostalgia, discovery and unbridled joy
Day 1 of Lollapalooza, the highly-anticipated, somewhat-maligned international music festival’s India and Asia debut in Mumbai, was attended by around 30,000 people, and witnessed such acts as Imagine Dragons, AP Dhillon, Madboy/Mink, Zhu, Chelsea Cutler, Greta Van Fleet and more.
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With Flowers, Miley Cyrus scores the self-love anthem of 2023
“Flowers” displaced the mighty BTS’ immovable “Butter” as the most streamed song on Spotify in a week.
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Nautanki music review: Hasan Raheem’s album is not the dramatic debut we wanted
The Pakistani pop-R&B star is a genius, but this isn’t the work that proves it
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Mumbai Urban Art Festival 2023: Artists, artworks and what not to miss
On till February 22, St+Art India Foundation’s Mumbai takeover is a must-visit this season.
LUXURY-LIFESTYLE
MC Recommends: Mumbai Gallery Weekend, Shakti 50th anniversary concerts and Trilok Gurtu in India
This week, hop on the art trail, sign up for once-in-a-lifetime musical concerts, eat your way through your memories, head into the hills or stay home and travel your imagination—it’s all about experiences that enrich and energise.
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Trial by Fire: How Prashant Nair found a story of resilience in Uphaar cinema fire tragedy
With outstanding performances from an ensemble cast and an empathetic retelling of a horrific real-life incident, Trial by Fire is streaming on Netflix now.
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Golden Globes 2023: 4 reasons to watch Best Comedy Series Abbott Elementary
Three Golden Globes at the 2023 Awards is just one reason.
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How Shark Tank India zeroed in on new India’s huge ambitions
As Shark Tank India returns for season 2, we take a peek behind the scenes and speak to the investor-sharks to understand what makes this reality show tick.
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Best Of | Come 2023, travel to these film, music and art festivals around the globe
When culture comes calling, pack your bags for a dose of immersive cinema, art and music around the world.
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Best Of | Goa's craft liquor: 15 unique, new and limited edition spirits to bring back
Souvenirs with the flavours of the artisanal, the homegrown, and the local
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'Heritage is everything to me': Malian musician Vieux Farka Touré
Globally respected guitarist and singer Vieux Farka Touré, the son of Malian musician Ali Farka Touré, talks about legacies and music, old and new, before his 5-city India tour.
LUXURY-LIFESTYLE
MC Recommends: Echoes of Earth, a history of hip-hop jewellery and All That Breathes
Platitude or not, it’s a truth universally acknowledged: The ultimate luxury is time. This week’s selections all intersect at the watchtower: An exhibition that covers two centuries of a luxury design house’s evolution; a documentary that illustrates just how fast the clock is ticking for us all; a music festival worthy of your hours spent outdoors; a book that throws light on a love affair forged in fire; and tried-and-tested accessories you don’t need to spend another minute debating on before buying. Dive in.
ENVIRONMENT
COP27, climate change and the art of protest: How far is too far?
Climate change protests around the world are dialling up the decibel level with increasingly attention-grabbing tactics. But where does civil disobedience end and vandalism begin – and does it even matter?
